Part Time Variable Hours Tutor of Photography Hours: part-time variable (16 hours per week over 4 days) Hourly rate: £26.51 (unqualified)* or £27.68 (qualified)* inclusive of holiday pay. Plus, membership of Teachers’ Pension Scheme. *the base hourly rate is £17.10 (unqualified) / £17.86 (qualified) per hour, plus payment for holiday and preparation and marking time, which gives an approximate hourly rate of £26.51 (unqualified) / £27.68 (qualified) per hour. About the role We are excited to announce the launch of a brand-new UAL Diploma in Photography - Level 3, awarded by University of the Arts London (UAL), and we are seeking a talented and experienced Photography specialist to join our growing Art & Design Curriculum from late August 2026. This is the first year of a two-year vocational programme, offering a fantastic opportunity to shape and establish a high-quality creative course from the ground up. This innovative qualification is designed to immerse students in the craft of photography, with a strong emphasis on: • Hands-on analogue and physical film processes • Experimental techniques • Studio and location-based photography • Digital photography and editing elements • Portfolio development and progression preparation The programme will build strong practical foundations while equipping learners with the creative and technical skills needed for further study or employment in the creative industries. The course will have strong art and design links to traditional mark-making skills and techniques in sketchbooks and digital formats. As PTVH Tutor you will: • Lead, construct, plan and run the course alongside experienced Learning Assistants and the wider Art & Design team. • Develop schemes of work and project briefs aligned to UAL requirements • Manage assessment, internal verification and student progress • Contribute to the continued growth and development of the Art & Design department There may be additional hours available teaching the York School of Art evening class and the A Level Photography programs. About the person This role requires a proactive individual who can take ownership of the programme and establish a professional, inspiring studio culture. We are looking for a candidate who: • Is subject-qualified in Art & Design / Photography • Has strong industry experience in Photography • Has experience leading, constructing, planning and delivering a course or programme • Is confident teaching both analogue and digital processes • Is committed to delivering high standards of vocational education • Is enthusiastic, organised and passionate about developing creative learners • Works well in a large team A teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one) is desirable. About the College We are a large, regional college serving a population across York and North Yorkshire of more one million people. Each year, we have approximately 4,000 school leavers, 1,000 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us. Our wide range of education options span entry level programmes through to degrees, higher technical qualifications, and accredited professional courses to courses for professional development. Our apprenticeships can be studied from level 2 to level 5 across a range of different career pathways. We are the largest provider of A-Level and vocational programmes for school leavers in the region; we offer nearly 35 A-Level subjects and over 80 vocational courses, including a wide range of T-Level pathways. We are proud to be part of a consortium of colleges and employers developing the Yorkshire and Humber Institute of Technology (IoT), designed to increase higher level technical skills for employers. With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. Please visit our website: www.yorkcollege.ac.uk Want to know more? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Phil Simpson, Curriculum and Standards Manager, at PSimpson@yorkcollege.ac.uk. Important Notices See the attached document for Important Notices. Please note that we do not accept CV applications. Most correspondence regarding vacancies will be sent via email, so please check your emails regularly for updates on your application. Closing date : 13 April 2026 (9am) Interview date : 4 May 2026 We are deeply committed to diversity and inclusion and wish to have a diverse workforce. We positively welcome applicants from all under-represented groups, including minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities. We are proud to be affiliated to the Black Leadership Group (BLG). As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. York College has signed up to the ‘Mindful Employer’ charter for employers who are positive about mental health. We are also a certified Disability Confident Employer. We welcome job applications from anyone who has the requisite skills, qualifications and experience. All applications are considered strictly on merit. Our aim is to appoint the best person for the job, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other ‘protected’ characteristic. Please note also that we value the contribution of those who have served in the Armed Forces, and are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.